CT Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board
IN 2009, Public Act No. 09-154, Substitute Senate Bill No. 735 created a CT Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board. The board consists of 11 members, appointed as follows: Governor - 5, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the president pro tempore of the Senate, The majority leader of the House of Representatives, the majority leader of Senate, the minority leader of the house of Representatives and the minority leader of the Senate - 1 each.
"What we're about "
The CT Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board seeks to achieve full integration of walking, bicycling, and transit use into Connecticut's transportation system consistent with principles of public safety, convenience, connectivity, human health, context-sensitivity, equity, aesthetics, and a sustainable environment that make our communities vibrant places to live and enjoy."
Public Act No. 09-154 specifies the duties of the Advisory Board in section (e) and (f) below
(e) The duties of the board shall include, but not be limited to,
examining the need for bicycle and pedestrian transportation,
promoting programs and facilities for bicycles and pedestrians in this
state, and advising appropriate agencies of the state on policies,
programs and facilities for bicycles and pedestrians.
(f) The board may apply for and accept grants, gifts and bequests of
funds from other states, federal and interstate agencies, independent
authorities and private firms, individuals and foundations, for the
purpose of carrying out its responsibilities.
Advisory Board reports will be posted here.
January Advisory Board Transmittal Letter
DOT interactive travel information map show active construction, park and ride, train stations, rest areas, traffic cameras,and many other useful items
2009 Connecticut Statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan This page provides the links to the 2009 plan, the Design Toolbox, and a draft of the bicycle map
How Complete Streets can Transform Communities
Board member Erin Sturgis-Pascale made the preceding presentation to the CBPAB to rally support for pursuing a broad reform of ConnDOT operating manuals to ensure that they include specific recommendations and details for including pedestrian, cycling and transit infrastructure in all road building projects.